This G. Schirmer edition of classic vocal teaching material includes the famous "24," plus four additional songs. All songs have been newly edited and engraved, but the piano accompaniments by Parisotti, the original Italian editor of this music in the late 19th century, have been retained. New features in this edition include word-for-word translations as well as line-by-line translations, along with interesting historical information on each composer and aria. On the CD there are recorded pronunciation lessons in Italian for students, followed by beautifully played piano accompaniments.